Aspiring physician with a strong foundation in science, patient advocacy, and community service. Passionate about lifelong learning, compassionate care, and advancing medical knowledge. Dedicated to a career of service, excellence, and ethical leadership. Committed to applying analytical thinking, empathy, and resilience to my medical training and beyond.
Utah Valley University, Orem, UT
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Expected Graduation: April 2026 | Expected GPA: 3.7–3.8
Western Maricopa Education Center, Phoenix, AZ
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Graduated: May 2018
Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Academic Writing, Behavioral Sciences, Statistics, Data Analysis, Advanced Spanish, Anatomy & Physiology, Genetics, Microbiology.
Medical Assistant and Scribe
Intermountain Heart Institute – Utah Valley Region
Oct 2021 – Jan 2025
While maintaining full-time academic standing, I worked in a high-demand cardiology clinic where I played a key role in its expansion from two to five locations. I contributed to clinical operations by standardizing MA training, managing staffing logistics, and implementing workflow improvements. I served as a central resource for team support, advocated for underserved patients, and helped ensure a positive, communicative care environment.
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)
Fourth District CASA Program
Nov 2024 – Ongoing
As a CASA volunteer, I advocate for the best interests of two children involved in a long-term DCFS case, supporting their emotional well-being through regular visits. I build trusting relationships, guide them toward their goals, and report case insights and recommendations to their Guardian ad Litem.
Youth Group Advisor
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
May 2023 – Ongoing
I mentor young men (ages 15–18), fostering personal growth, leadership, and service. I organize activities ranging from service visits to career workshops and outdoor expeditions to promote teamwork, integrity, and character development.
Engin Buddy – English Teacher
Engin Program
Mar 2023 – Oct 2023
I taught conversational English virtually to a Ukrainian student, creating tailored lessons and interactive discussions to improve language fluency, confidence, and cross-cultural connection.
Health & Materials Secretary
Colombia Bogotá North Mission
Sep 2019 – Feb 2020
I managed the health needs of 180–220 missionaries across five Colombian states, coordinating emergency care, mental health support, and insurance logistics. I also oversaw distribution of medical supplies and delivered health education on hygiene and disease prevention in a foreign environment.
Isolation and characterization of a novel bacteriophage against a multi drug-resistant strain of Pseudomonas aeruginosa
UVU, College of Science – with Dr. Ruhul Kuddus
Aug 2024 – Ongoing
Under the mentorship of Dr. Ruhul Kuddus, I am participating in conducting research focused on isolating and characterizing a bacteriophage capable of targeting multidrug-resistant P. aeruginosa. To date, we have isolated and purified a novel phage and completed preliminary host range assays, genomic sequencing, and morphological analysis (via electron microscopy at BYU). Ongoing and future work includes further genomic and phenotypic characterization, with plans to submit a manuscript to Frontiers in Microbiology.
Expression of wheat oxalate oxidase in Bacillus subtilis to protect American Chestnuts from Cryphonectria parasitica
UVU, College of Science – with Dr. Margie Beucher
Jan 2025 – Ongoing
Collaborating with Dr. Margie Beucher and peers, helped develop a research project aimed at genetically modifying Bacillus subtilis to express a protective gene within the American Chestnut tree, combating Chestnut Blight. We are currently executing bacterial transformation experiments and will progress to testing for endophytic potential and gene expression. The work incorporates genomic analysis, protein expression techniques, and plant microbiome research.
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
Manuscript in preparation – “Isolation and characterization of a novel bacteriophage against a multidrug-resistant strain of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.” Targeting submission to Frontiers in Microbiology or a similar journal.
Conferences
- UCUR, Southern Utah University (Feb 2025)
- SCUPLT Showcase, UVU (Apr 2025)
- UVU College of Science Showcase (Apr 2025)
Technical
- Laboratory techniques in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology
- Clinical EHR, bilingual interpretation, medical scribing
Languages
- English – Native
- Spanish – Advanced (Medical & Conversational)
Certifications
- CCMA, BLS, QBS
Available upon request.